Public encouraged to attend human trafficking forum in North Myrtle Beach

NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) – The public is invited to participate in “Community Forum on Human Trafficking” Wednesday, October 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at The Conference Center at Barefoot Resort, 2250 Premier Resorts Boulevard.

According to PIO Patrick Dowling, the purpose of the forum is to raise awareness of human trafficking and its effects on local communities.

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is the key note speaker for the forum, the press release states.

Other speakers include Carrie Fisher-Sherald, Assistant US Attorney, Department of Justice; Robyn Causey, Horry Georgetown Technical College Professor; and Jennifer Coaxum, Law Enforcement Trainer–USC School of Law.

There is a $15 registration free and it includes a box lunch. Participants can register by clicking here.

For more information, contact Kowena Suckstorf at 843-399-6950 or email vpmbrnmbwc@gmail.com.

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